Research Assistant-Psychology

Temple University; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

12 Paid Holidays

Tuition remission - eligible employees

Retirement plan

Job summary

Temple University's College of Liberal Arts Psychology Department is seeking a Research Assistant to support a multi-site study focused on biomarkers and predictors of clinical and behavioral outcomes in at-risk individuals. The position is 100% on-site and involves data collection, interviews, cognitive tasks, and biosample processing.

Under supervision, you will recruit participants, manage data, and assist with a clinical trial. Prior experience in a psychology research lab is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Six months of directly related work experience required.
• Experience with data management preferred.
• Experience with mental disorders and vulnerable populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Aid in data collection and management in a multi-site study.
• Administer semi-structured clinical interviews and cognitive tasks.
• Assist in collection of biosamples (EEG, MRI) and processing of samples.
• Recruit participants and supervise undergraduate volunteers; support lab operations.

Skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

SAS

SPSS

R

Qualtrics

Redcap

Python

STATA

Night shifts

Weekend work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAS

SPSS

R

Qualtrics

Redcap

Python

STATA

Job description

Temple University's College of Liberal Arts Psychology Department is searching for a Research Assistant!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

12 Paid Holidays

Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Hourly Rate Range: $15.38 - $19.24

Position Description

Under the supervision of Dr. Ellman and other senior staff, the research assistant will aid in collecting and managing data in a multi-site study aiming to identify biomarkers and associated predictors of clinical and behavioral outcomes in individuals at risk for psychosis and psychiatric comparison groups. The research assistant will be involved in data collection at all time points and will administer semi-structured clinical interviews and cognitive tasks, as well as be involved in the collection of biosamples, including EEG data, MRI data, and processing blood samples (e.g., centrifuging and storing in freezers, although blood will be collected by a phlebotomist).

The research assistant will also be trained to work on our active clinical trial, assist lab staff with daily lab operations, such as recruiting participants, managing data, and supervising undergraduate volunteers. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in a psychological research lab.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Details

• This position requires the following background checks: Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background check.
• Offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.
• This position is 100% On-Site

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree.
• At least six (6) months of directly related work experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience working or volunteering with individuals with mental disorders and/or similar vulnerable populations.
• Experience with data management.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Experience with MRI, EEG, or psychophysiological assessments.
• Experience working with clinical populations (for example, clinical interviewing).

Required Skills And Abilities

• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use one of the following programs or something comparable: SAS, SPSS, R, Qualtrics, Redcap, Python, and/or STATA.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends.

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Compliance Statement

In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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